Ellsworth County, Kansas
5 ZIP codes · Avg score 61/100 · Grade C · Updated 2026-06-03
In recent monitoring cycles, Ellsworth County's 5 ZIP codes show a split record — several have documented water safety violations.
How Ellsworth County Compares
How Ellsworth County Compares
Ellsworth County scores 3 points below the Kansas state average (64/100) and 7 points below the national average (68/100).
Data: EPA SDWIS Last verified: 2026-06-03
ZIP Code Risk Map
Water Quality Map: Ellsworth County, Kansas
Each dot represents a ZIP code. Color indicates water quality grade. Tap a dot for details.
Key Risk Factors
Health risk index: 13.8 (asthma 9.4%, diabetes 11.7%)
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $790, driven primarily by water_lead
Infrastructure: 0.494% avg pipe failure probability, 100% of ZIPs at high risk
82% of homes built before 1978 (lead paint era)
Violation History (2021–2025)
→ Stable trendEPA violation counts by year across Ellsworth County water systems. Health-based shown in red, total in blue.
Peak year: 2021 with 20 violations. Past 5 years: 22 total (22 health-based).
Source: EPA SDWIS historical violations. Data may lag 6–12 months for the most recent year.
County Health Indicators vs National Average
Black markers indicate national averages. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Infrastructure Overview
Sources: Census ACS (housing age), EPA SDWIS (infrastructure risk model), state bridge inspection data.
Compound Risk Breakdown
Estimated additional annual cost per homeowner: $790
Bar widths proportional to share of total annual risk cost. Source: compound risk model (FEMA, EPA, USGS).
Housing Age Distribution
2,551 housing units in Ellsworth County
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS B25034 (Year Structure Built).
Water Safety Affordability
How much it costs to fix water issues relative to home values in Ellsworth County
Remediation costs are relatively manageable for most homeowners in Ellsworth County, representing a small fraction of property value.
Remediation includes water filtration, lead abatement, radon mitigation, and flood protection where applicable. Source: Census ACS, EPA SDWIS.
Health Outcomes vs National Average
CDC PLACES data for Ellsworth County residents
Black markers = national averages. Red = above national avg. Green = below. Source: CDC PLACES, Census ACS.
Water Systems with Most Violations
Top 5 systems in Ellsworth County ranked by EPA violation count.
| # | Water System | Population | Violations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ellsworth Company Rwd 1 | 3,128 | 23 |
| 2 | City of Ellsworth, | 2,992 | 16 |
| 3 | City of Kanopolis, | 453 | 4 |
| 4 | City of Holyrood, | 409 | 2 |
| 5 | City of Lorraine, | 140 | 1 |
6 total water systems serve Ellsworth County.
All ZIP Codes in Ellsworth County
5 ZIP codes tracked in Ellsworth County.
| # | ZIP Code | City | Safety Score | Grade | Violations | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 67490 | Wilson | 66 | C | 0 | $91K |
| 2 | 67439 | Ellsworth | 65 | C | 16 (5 health) | $144K |
| 3 | 67459 | Lorraine | 64 | C | 1 | $50K |
| 4 | 67450 | Holyrood | 56 | C | 2 (2 health) | $77K |
| 5 | 67454 | Kanopolis | 52 | D | 4 | $87K |
Recommended Buyer Guides for Ellsworth County
Filtered against federal data, fitted to local risks.
- Best Lead Paint Test Kits — 82% of homes built before 1978
- Best Under-Sink Reverse Osmosis Systems — Multi-contaminant removal at the kitchen tap
- Best Radon Test Kits — EPA Radon Zone 1 (highest risk) dominant in county
Deep Dive Reports
Detailed analysis for Ellsworth County, Kansas
Overview
Ellsworth County in Kansas covers 5 ZIP codes with an average Home Safety Score of C (61/100).
4 of 5 ZIP codes have recorded EPA violations. 7 health-based violations have been documented.
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Data Sources
- Water quality: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS)
- Home values: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (median estimates by ZCTA)
Updated daily.